Tuesday, 31 May 2016

5 phrases you shouldn’t use in the workplace

It has been said that
words alone do not build trust, however the right words can aid how you are
perceived and lay the foundation for trust.

To make sure you are
making the right impression at your future assignments check out the common
phrases below that employers have found can be extremely off putting and
unhelpful.

1. “It’s not fair.”

Everyone knows that life
isn’t fair. Saying this suggests that you think it is supposed to be fair.
Saying this essentially makes you look immature.

2. “This is the way it’s
always been done.”

Technology-driven change is happening so fast that even a six-month-old
process could be yesterday’s news. Even a platform like Temp Market has
completely revolutionised the way people find jobs. Don’t get stuck in
inefficient processes, be open to change and trying new things.

3. “I’ll try.”
“Try” makes you sound flaky and lacking in confidence. Take ownership, if you
have been asked with something, own it. Otherwise, you will need to offer an
alternative. Just don’t say you’ll try, it just sounds like you actually
won’t.

4. “He’s a total moron”

Disparaging remarks about
colleagues have no upsides. If you’re simply “saying what everyone is thinking”
then everyone is thinking already thinking it, and wasn’t necessary for you
to point out. If you’re wrong, it will make you look like the idiot.

5. “Not my fault”Don’t cast blame, people
like accountability. At the end of the day we are human, we make mistakes, but
in order to move forward you need to own it and learn. Stick to the facts and
let your people draw an honest conclusion.